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Chicken Pasta Salad

Chicken Pasta Salad
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This Chicken Pasta Salad is a vibrant dish that brings together tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and bow tie pasta, all tossed in a creamy dressing. Perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or casual family dinners, this salad is not only refreshing but also highly customizable. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or prepping meals for the week, its easy preparation and make-ahead capabilities allow you to enjoy delightful flavors without stress. Experience the combination of fresh ingredients that elevates this dish to a favorite among your go-to recipes.

Ingredients

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  • 2/3 cup olive oil
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 Tbsp dried dill
  • 2 tsp minced garlic (2 cloves)
  • 1.5 cups fresh or frozen yellow corn
  • 16 oz mini bow tie pasta
  • 12 oz. grape tomatoes, halved
  • 8 oz. sharp cheddar cheese, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped English cucumber (about 3/4 of one medium)
  • 1 cup chopped green onions (about 5)
  • 3 1/2 cups cooked shredded rotisserie chicken, chilled
  • 1/4 cup pasta water, or more as needed

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, mayonnaise, lemon juice, parsley, dill, minced garlic, and season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate the dressing until needed.
  2. Boil water in a large pot; cook mini bow tie pasta al dente according to package directions. Drain using a colander and let cool.
  3. In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta with yellow corn, halved grape tomatoes, cheddar cheese cubes, chopped cucumber, green onions, and shredded chicken.
  4. Pour the prepared dressing over the salad mixture along with 1/4 cup of pasta water. Toss gently to coat evenly. Adjust consistency with more pasta water if necessary; taste and season with additional salt if desired.

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